Tag Archives: South Philly

Our Oasis

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Two blocks away from our house there’s a lovely swimming pool that’s shaded by several mighty oak trees. When the temperature climbs to the 90s and the humidity is unbearable, this is the place to be! SaveSave

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Rocky & Bullwinkle

Posted on July 24, 2018 by Tina Garceau

I spotted this brown squirrel at the pool over the weekend, indulging in some leftover chicken. His buddy was patiently waiting to devour the breading that fell on the picnic table. Finger lickin’ good! SaveSaveSaveSave SaveSave

Posted in Glorious Food, News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged birds, fried chicken, picnic in the park, Ridgway Pool, South Philly, squirrels | Leave a comment

Alley Gate

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Tina Garceau

This is a photo I took several months ago of the sweet little wrought iron gate next to the Christian Street Baptist Church which is currently being demolished. This gate, the tiled entryways, the park with the bocce ball court … Continue reading →

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Christian Street Baptist Church

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Christian Street Baptist Church was built in 1890 for the congregation of the Protestant Episcopal Italian Mission & Church of L’Emmanuello. It breaks my heart to see this architectural gem being demolished, so that a developer can build overpriced condos in … Continue reading →

Posted in Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged Christian Street Baptist Church, demolition, historic buildings, South Philly | 2 Comments

Looking South – Now That’s a Door!

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Running around South Philly as much as I do – every once in a while I’ll stumble upon an architectural gem like this door. I love the keyhole shaped leaded glass window, and the quilted tin that surrounds the mail slot. … Continue reading →

Posted in Looking South, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged architectural gems, beautiful doors, South Philly | 1 Comment

Italian Market Festival 2018 – Day Two

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Day two of the annual Italian Market Festival – the weather cooperated, there was a good crowd, great food, music, and the Procession of the Saints! More photos after the cut!